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This activity contains 36 questions.

	___ therapy, in particular, rests on the basic learning principles.   Cognitive Client-centered Psychodynamic Behavior Family

	The therapeutic technique of ___ is linked to the principle of habituation.   systematic desensitization behavior modification progressive muscle relaxation free association exposure

	In order to combat Francis' fear of snakes, his therapist suggests that he be exposed to snakes. This technique is known as ___ exposure.   virtual reality in vivo response prevention imaginal modified

	Dr. Williams, a behavior therapist, believes in the importance of eliminating a behavior by not reinforcing it. This practice underlies ___.   self-monitoring stimulus control exposure extinction cognitive control

	If a therapist is making use of self-monitoring techniques, then it is fairly likely that he or she is asking his or her patients to   alter their cognitions about themselves. ponder about the reasons for their current problems. keep a daily log of their behavior. reflect about their childhood. accept the realities of their current situation.

	Seth tends to be unkind and critical of others for their poor performances. Albert Ellis would probably label such behavior as indicative of ___.   low frustration tolerance self-downing a cognitive distortion hostility and rage mind reading

	Tina believes that she is either a complete success or an abject failure. This is illustrative of the cognitive distortion known as ___.   catastrophic exaggeration mind reading dichotomous thinking mental filter control beliefs

	RET would NOT be especially helpful in the treatment of ___.   psychotic disorders unassertiveness anxiety unrealistic expectations depression

	Psychoeducation is   often undertaken in cognitive therapy. the process of teaching any individual about therapy. a theoretical perspective attained by prospective therapists in graduate school. an outdated therapeutic technique. generally viewed as unethical.

	The original insight-oriented therapy was ___.   behavior therapy cognitive therapy psychoanalysis client-centered therapy group therapy

	Freud believed that the end goal of psychoanalysis was   ordinary unhappiness. irrelevant. a cure for one's ills. ordinary happiness. high life satisfaction.

	Freudian slips are generally interpreted as having ___ meanings.   unconscious unconscious or conscious no understandable neither unconscious nor conscious conscious

	Rogers felt that psychological problems resulted from disparities in one's ___ selves.   conscious and unconscious current and future past and current working and possible real and ideal

	In the client-centered therapy, the clinician   tries to remain impartial about his or her own thoughts regarding his or her client. doesn't make a distinction between a client's behaviors and thoughts. could dislike one's behavior but still view the client as a good person. might question the worth of his or her client as a person. offers unconditional lavish praise of the client.

	Does the expression of emotion have a therapeutic effect?   Yes. It depends on the situation in question. It is not known. No. There is too much conflicting evidence to offer a definitive answer.

	If Craig has been taking Thorazine, then he probably suffers from ___.   anxiety disorders schizophrenia bipolar disorder depression an eating disorder

	If you are taking an MAOI, you must be careful to never consume ___ with it.   pasta apples chicken seafood cheese

	A major drawback to benzodiazepines is that they are ___.   associated with major sexual dysfunction associated with weight gain rarely helpful addictive responsive to only certain types of anxiety

	You should consider ECT   if your depression has not been responding well to medication or if you've had serious side effects with medication. in only the most extreme cases possible. as a first resort to treating depression. as a more attractive alternative to medications. as a more attractive alternative to psychotherapy.

	Only about ___% of the response to an antidepressant arises from the active ingredients in the medication.   75 25 50 90 33

	Group therapy became particularly population in the aftermath of ___.   World War II World War I the Vietnam War the September 11, 2001 disaster the backlash against Freudian ideas

	Dr. Phillips, a family therapist, is trying to convince a father that she truly understands his feelings. In doing so, she is using the process of ___.   technical eclecticism psychotherapy integration validation paradoxical intention reframing

	Most 12-step programs, like Alcoholics Anonymous, view ___ as crucial to recovery.   a belief in a Higher Power respect for oneself an optimistic outlook a repudiation of drugs and alcohol respect for others

	Managed care was developed as a way to   develop more effective treatments. contain costs. undertake a thorough critique of the best methods of health care delivery. respond to patients' demands. encourage sensitivity from physicians.

	Cybertherapy refers to   therapy over the Internet. the therapeutic benefits of using the Internet in order to strengthen interpersonal relationships. the therapeutic benefits of using the Internet in any context. information about therapy gleaned from the Internet. the use of the Internet in order to find qualified therapists.

	Head Start is an example of a prevention program.    True  False

	Research on psychotherapy is crucial for determining how well a new or old therapy treats a particular problem.    True  False

	Interpersonal therapy is considered an insight-oriented therapy.    True  False

	Knowing the attrition rates is irrelevant in the context of psychotherapy research.    True  False

	There are many studies that have found that psychotherapy can work as well as medication.    True  False

	For any particular person, psychotherapy may be more effective than medication or vice-versa.    True  False

	Most laypersons generally report fewer symptoms and a better life after therapy.    True  False

	For some disorders, the dodo bird verdict appears to be correct.    True  False

	Contrast the major techniques of Ellis and Beck in their respective therapies.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

	Outline the major pharmacological treatments for depression including their desired and side effects.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

	Briefly outline the major steps you'd need to undertake if you were interested in picking a psychotherapist.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

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